Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Elixir
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCitrusTropical
Only in Belma
MelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerry
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTangerineFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Property
| Property | Belma | Elixir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4.5–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 65–75% |
| Humulene | - | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 26–27% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem